Zemplar IV

Zemplar IV Side Effects

Headache, nausea, chills, or fever may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor promptly.

Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.

Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur:

• dizziness
• fast/irregular/pounding heartbeat
• swelling hands/ankles/feet

This medication may raise your vitamin D and calcium levels too high. Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious effects of too much vitamin D/calcium occur:

• constipation
• drowsiness
• dry mouth
• muscle/bone/joint pain
• metallic taste in mouth
• weakness
• vomiting

Tell your doctor immediately if any of these rare but serious side effects of very high vitamin D levels occur:

• loss of appetite
• unusual weight loss
• eye pain/redness/sensitivity to light
• severe runny nose
• stomach/abdominal pain

Tell your doctor immediately if any of these rare but very serious side effects occur:

• severe mental/mood changes (e.g., agitation, confusion)
• easy bleeding/bruising
• bloody/tarry stool
• vomit that looks like coffee grounds

A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However, seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including:

• rash
• itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat)
• severe dizziness
• trouble breathing

This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

In the US -

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

In Canada - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345.

Zemplar IV Precautions

Before using paricalcitol, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or to other vitamin D products; or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.

This medication should not be used if you have certain medical conditions. Before using this medicine, consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have:

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